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Paul David Magriel papers, 1850-1955

Summary Information

At a Glance

Call No.: MS#0833
Bib ID 4079076 View CLIO record
Creator(s) Magriel, Paul, 1906-1990
Title Paul David Magriel papers, 1850-1955
Physical Description 6 boxes (6 boxes 4 oversize boxes 1 flat folder)
Language(s) English .
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Arrangement

Arrangement

Arranged.

Description

Summary

Correspondence, photographs, photographic plates, photostats, clippings, periodicals, and books relating to the history and literature of boxing and the prize ring from Homer to the 20th century. The correspondence, with related clippings, photographs, and photostats, is chiefly addressed to Magriel from outstanding figures in the sports world and from his publishers. It is arranged under general subject headings. Also, an unpublished typescript by Magriel on the history of pugilism.

Using the Collection

Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Restrictions on Access

You will need to make an appointment in advance to use this collection material in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. You can schedule an appointment once you've submitted your request through your Special Collections Research Account.

This collection is located off-site, except for oversize materials. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

This collection has no restrictions.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Preferred Citation

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Paul David Magriel papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Accruals

Materials may have been added to the collection since this finding aid was prepared. Contact rbml@columbia.edu for more information.

Reproduction Note

Type of reproduction--Photostatic copies in part

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Source of acquisition--Magriel, Paul. Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--1957. Accession number--M-57.

Poster & ticket: Source of acquisition--Asadorian, William. Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--06/26/92. Accession number--M-92-06-26.

Gift of Paul Magriel, 1957.

Gift of William Asadorian, 1992.

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Processing Information

Processed Christina Hilton Fenn 08/--/89.

Poster & ticket Processed HR 12/07/92.

Revision Description

June 2020 PDF replaced with full finding aid, YH

Subject Headings

The subject headings listed below are found in this collection. Links below allow searches at Columbia University through the Archival Collections Portal and through CLIO, the catalog for Columbia University Libraries, as well as ArchiveGRID, a catalog that allows users to search the holdings of multiple research libraries and archives.

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Genre/Form

Heading "CUL Archives:"
"Portal"
"CUL Collections:"
"CLIO"
"Nat'l / Int'l Archives:"
"ArchivedGRID"
Bibliographies Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Clippings (Information Artifacts) Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Histories Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Photographic prints Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Photographs Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Posters Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Reviews (documents) Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Tickets Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
negatives (photographs) Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID

Subject

Heading "CUL Archives:"
"Portal"
"CUL Collections:"
"CLIO"
"Nat'l / Int'l Archives:"
"ArchivedGRID"
American Antiquarian Society Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Athletes Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Boxing -- History Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Boxing -- Periodicals Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Boxing -- Tournaments Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
De Kay, Ormonde, 1923- Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Fleischer, Nat, 1887-1972 Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Louis, Joe, 1914-1981 Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Portraits Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Royal Pavilion, Art Gallery, and Museums Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID
Sports promoters Portal CLIO ArchiveGRID